1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 142 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bristol 411. (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 411 | S |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.3 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3090 mm |
